Postcode Analysis Lewisham, London

STANSTEAD ROAD, SE23 1DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STANSTEAD ROAD, SE23 1DB.

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Population

259

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 66,400 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SE23 1DB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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2/10
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8/10
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3/10
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9/10
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10/10
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4/10
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3/10
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2/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates SE23 1DB — age 38, 42% ownership, 42% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £440k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SE23 1DB is a safe, established residential area on Stanstead Road, 0.7km from Forest Hill in Lewisham. Administratively it sits within Perry Vale ward and the Lewisham West and Penge constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. The daytime character shifts — higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 42% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 40% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lewisham.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £440k.

Census 2021 statistics for SE23 1DB are sourced from Output Area E00016747 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE23 1DB. The average age is 37.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British60.5%
Asian / British Asian3.1%
Black / African / Caribbean25.6%
Other / Mixed10.9%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 6%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 386,000

3 sales · Mean £ 412,000

Terraced

£ 850,000

1 sales · Mean £ 850,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SE23 1DB has low crime rates — 36 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences136
Anti-social behaviour78
Vehicle crime37
Criminal damage and arson29
Other theft28

school Local Schools

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St William of York Catholic Primary School

Good222 pupils0.3 km
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Dalmain Primary School

Good392 pupils0.4 km
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Kilmorie Primary School

Outstanding652 pupils0.5 km
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Rathfern Primary School

Outstanding496 pupils0.5 km
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Stillness Infant School

Good289 pupils0.8 km
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Stillness Junior School

Good301 pupils0.8 km
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Perrymount Primary School

Good210 pupils0.8 km
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St George's CofE Primary School

Good213 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Genaral Napier-W G Moore Tavwens0.6 km
  • The Rail Telegraph0.5 km
  • Blythe Hill Tavern0.3 km
  • All Inn One1.0 km
  • Prince of Wales0.9 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

36 nearby
  • Donde0.9 km
  • NUMBER 41 COFFEE AND KITCHEN0.3 km
  • WAGASHI JAPANESE BAKERY0.6 km
  • YM Cafe Ltd (T/A Jonnies 2)0.3 km
  • Aspects - Food By Design0.4 km
  • + 31 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

42 nearby
  • Charcoal Grill0.3 km
  • Five Guys0.6 km
  • Goldern City0.5 km
  • Mammas0.5 km
  • Pho0.6 km
  • + 37 more
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Retailers - Other

43 nearby
  • Chas's0.6 km
  • Family Supermarket0.3 km
  • Forest Hill Superstore1.0 km
  • Candy Box0.5 km
  • Hannells Wine Store0.8 km
  • + 38 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-op0.5 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Londies0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Catford Bridge0.9 km
  • Catford Station1.0 km
  • Forest Hill1.0 km